Photo of Por Do Sol Beach with gray pebble surface

Photo of Por Do Sol Beach with turquoise pure water surface

6.7

Good

Por Do Sol Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Por Do Sol Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Por Do Sol Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar Restaurante do mundo. is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Por Do Sol Beach?

There are 190 places to stay in the Por Do Sol Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Por Do Sol Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8058028&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Aparthotel Palace</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7410158&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Cactus Guest House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2593210&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Concetta - Pousada - B&B</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2087879&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Halcyon Caboverde</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4928449&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Jessica Appartment</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3094270&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pousada Quinta Ribeirinha</a></li></ul>

Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

#54 out of 62 in Ribeira Grande de Santiago (Cidade Velha)

6.7

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray pebble Pebbles bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Ribeira Grande de Santiago (Cidade Velha) • 1.7 km

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Restaurant Bar Restaurante do mundo.

9.8 - Exceptional 1.5km

Restaurant Kaza Antú

9.2 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Praça do Mar

7 - Good 1.6km

Restaurant Restaurante Pelourinho

8.2 - Very good 1.6km

Restaurant Restaurante Penedinho

6 - Pleasant 1.6km

Restaurant Old City

8.2 - Very good 1.7km

Restaurant Restaurante batuku

9.8 - Exceptional 1.7km

Restaurant Restaurante Kriola

10 - Exceptional 1.7km

Restaurant Real Turis

8 - Very good 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Pelourinho

8.8 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Nossa Senhora do Rosário church

9.4 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Praia Cidade Velha

9.2 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Sé Cathedral Ruins

8 - Very good 1.8km

Tourist Attraction São Filipe Royal Fortress

8.8 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Piscina Natural Cova Minhoto

8.9km

Tourist Attraction Experitourz

10 - Exceptional 10km

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About

Por Do Sol Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 54th place out of 62 beaches in the Cape Verde region 11.9 km away from its center, the city of Praia. It is one of the beaches of Ribeira Grande de Santiago (Cidade Velha) settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a tiny bay with crystal turquoise water and gray pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Por Do Sol Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia Cidade Velha, which has a rating of 7.2.

Por Do Sol Beach is located in Cape Verde within Ribeira Grande de Santiago (Cidade Velha), which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Santiago island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+25 ^o C +22 ^o C

Air temperature

6.1 M/S

Wind

+25 ^o C

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Ribeira Grande de Santiago (Cidade Velha) • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Bar Restaurante do mundo.

9.8 - Exceptional 1.5km

Restaurant Kaza Antú

9.2 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Praça do Mar

7 - Good 1.6km

Restaurant Restaurante Pelourinho

8.2 - Very good 1.6km

Restaurant Restaurante Penedinho

6 - Pleasant 1.6km

Restaurant Old City

8.2 - Very good 1.7km

Restaurant Restaurante batuku

9.8 - Exceptional 1.7km

Restaurant Restaurante Kriola

10 - Exceptional 1.7km

Restaurant Real Turis

8 - Very good 1.7km

Tourist Attraction Pelourinho

8.8 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Nossa Senhora do Rosário church

9.4 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Praia Cidade Velha

9.2 - Excellent 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Sé Cathedral Ruins

8 - Very good 1.8km

Tourist Attraction São Filipe Royal Fortress

8.8 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Piscina Natural Cova Minhoto

8.9km

Tourist Attraction Experitourz

10 - Exceptional 10km

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Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Ribeira Grande de Santiago (Cidade Velha) • 7.7km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

Ribeira Grande de Santiago (Cidade Velha) • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Praia • 11.9km

Transport

Airport

RAI • 15km

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Average Reviews rating

6.7 Good

Milo Centeio

8 Very good

Great place

April 2024

Leandro Cristobal

6 Pleasant

Lovely villa with stunning ocean views, located 2 kilometers from Cidade Velha. The accommodations were simple and tidy, although the mattress was rather outdated and not very comfortable. The team was extremely friendly and accommodating throughout our 12-day visit. Meal prices begin at 10€ and the selection is somewhat restricted.

April 2024

Witney Noxen

10 Exceptional

Incredible spot for a relaxing getaway! The individuals there were extremely friendly, and the cook prepares mouthwatering dishes! You are greeted in the morning by the melodic chirping of birds and the soothing sound of the sea. Be sure to apply insect repellent at night, but don't worry, the rooms are equipped with air conditioning for a comfortable night's sleep. We were also fortunate enough to experience a delightful "serenata" performance by the owner and his friends, featuring traditional Cape Verdean songs such as Mornas and Coladeras.

April 2024

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Por Do Sol Beach?

The beachline of Por Do Sol Beach is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Por Do Sol Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Por Do Sol Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Por Do Sol Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Por Do Sol Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Por Do Sol Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Por Do Sol Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Por Do Sol Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Por Do Sol Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar Restaurante do mundo. is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Por Do Sol Beach?

There are 190 places to stay in the Por Do Sol Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Por Do Sol Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Por Do Sol Beach from parking?

The Por Do Sol Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Por Do Sol Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Por Do Sol Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pelourinho located in 1.6 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Por Do Sol Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Por Do Sol Beach is September. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 23°C and water 23°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Por Do Sol Beach (Cape Verde) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Por Do Sol Beach (Cape Verde) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Por Do Sol Beach for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.